A Mala is made up of beads strung on cord that are used in reciting prayers or mantras. Traditionally they are made of 108 beads.

This particular mala is made of the semi-precious gemstone, Lapis Lazuli. Lapis is a very bright blue stone that is extremely popular. This blue stone is said to have healing properties. It is very sturdy since it is hand-knotted between the beads.

There is a coordinated colored tassel at the end of the guru bead (the three hole bead). You can wear it as a necklace or wrap it around your left wrist. You would never lay it on the floor. When using a mala, keep it at heart level with your left hand and bring the bead towards you with your thumb as you chant, pray or recite mantra.

I love to give these as gifts. What makes them stand out is the semi precious stones, and the hand knotting. They come in a variety of colors. Get the one that speaks to you.